Practical Nursing Course Information

 

Course Credit Hours
NUR   102   Medication Math
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the PN program. This course directs the student toward gaining proficiency in medication math calculations. Information is offered about the formulas and computations used in calculation of medication dosages and monitoring of intravenous fluid therapy. Specific principles used in converting measurements from metric, apothecaries, and household equivalencies appropriate to nursing care will be covered. 		 1 SCH

NUR   107   KSPN Foundations of Nursing
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the PN program, and concurrent enrollment in NUR108. This course utilizes the nursing standards of practice based on principles of biology, psychosocial, spiritual and cultural to meet the needs of clients throughout the lifespan. Emphasis is placed on basic nursing skills, patient safety and therapeutic communication. Concepts and skills are enhanced in subsequent courses.

 4 SCH

NUR   108   KSPN Foundations of Nursing Clinical
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the PN program, and concurrent enrollment in NUR107. This course explores the art and science of nursing. Emphasis is placed on the nursing process, cultural and spiritual awareness, communication, data collection, performance of basic nursing skills, and documentation. Principles of safe medication administration are introduced. 

 2 SCH

NUR   111   KSPN Pharmacology
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the PN program. This course introduces the principles of pharmacology, drug classifications, and the effects of selected medications on the human body. The nursing process is used as the framework for ensuring safe and effective nursing care for clients across the lifespan.

 3 SCH

NUR   117   KSPN Medical-Surgical Nursing I
Prerequisite(s): NUR107 and NUR108 with a “C” or higher; concurrent enrollment in NUR118. This course focuses on the effect of disorders of selected systems throughout the lifespan and applies the nursing process in meeting basic needs. Health promotion and maintenance, rehabilitation and continuity of care are emphasized. The role of the practical nurse is incorporated throughout. 

 4 SCH

NUR   118   KSPN Medical-Surgical Nursing I Clinical
Prerequisite(s): NUR107 and NUR108 with a “C” or greater; concurrent enrollment in NUR117. The intent of this course is to provide simulated and actual care situations of selected systems throughout the lifespan, utilizing acute and long-term care settings. An emphasis is placed on integrating critical thinking and clinical decision-making skills, pharmacology, nutrition and nursing process data.

 3 SCH

NUR   133   Personal and Career Orientation
Prerequisite(s): NUR 102 with a grade of 90% or better, NUR 111, NUR117 with a “C” or better, and NUR118. This seminar-style course provides orientation to the LPN role and responsibilities. Seminar sessions will be held during the spring semester. 

 1 SCH

NUR   134   KSPN Mental Health Nursing 
Prerequisite(s): NUR 102, NUR 111, NUR 117, and NUR 118 with a “C” or better. This course explores basic concepts and trends in mental health nursing. Therapeutic modalities and client behavior management are discussed. Emphasis is placed on using the nursing process and meeting the basic human needs of the mental health client.

 2 SCH

NUR   136   KSPN Gerontology 
Prerequisite(s): NUR 102, NUR 111, NUR 117, and NUR 118 with a “C” or better. This course is designed to explore issues related to the aging adult using the nursing process as the organizing framework. Also discussed are the impact of ageism, alterations in physiological and psychosocial functioning, and the role of the practical nurse in caring for older adult clients. 

 2 SCH
NUR   137   KSPN Medical-Surgical Nursing II 
Prerequisite(s): NUR 102, NUR 111, NUR 117, and NUR 118 with a “C” or better, and concurrent enrollment in NUR 138. This course focuses on the effect of disorders of selected systems throughout the lifespan using the nursing process in meeting basic needs. Prevention, rehabilitation and continuity of care are emphasized. The role of the practical nurse is incorporated throughout.		 4 SCH
NUR   138   KSPN Medical-Surgical Nursing II Clinical 
Prerequisite(s): NUR 102, NUR 111, NUR 117, and NUR 118 with a “C” or better, and concurrent enrollment in NUR137. This experience uses simulated and actual care situations of selected systems throughout the lifespan, utilizing acute and long-term care settings. An emphasis is placed on critical thinking and clinical decision-making skill development. Principles of leadership for the practical nurse will be implemented, as well as multi-task management skills for transition as a practical nurse. 		 3 SCH
NUR   170   KSPN Maternal Child Nursing 
Prerequisite(s): NUR 134, NUR 136, NUR137, and NUR138 with a “C” or better. This course focuses on the pre- and post-natal maternal nursing care. Emphasis is given to normal reproduction and frequently occurring biological, cultural, spiritual and psychosocial needs of the child-bearing family.		 2 SCH
NUR   171   KSPN Maternal Child Nursing Clinical 

Prerequisite(s): NUR 134, NUR 136, NUR137, and NUR138 with a “C” or better. The student builds on knowledge and understanding gained in NUR 117 and NUR 137, and continues the development of nursing skills while planning and providing care for the child bearing family. The primary clinical focus is on the nursing care of women and newborns.

 1 SCH

 

 

 

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